Sealaska Directors Select David Goade to Fill Board Seat
Friday, November 2, 2018
Sealaska’s board of directors is proud to announce the selection of David Goade as a new member joining the board.
“I’d like to thank the board for their vote of confidence in selecting me to fill the vacancy left after the passing of Director Soboleff,” said David Goade. “I knew Ross professionally and it’s an honor to carry his passion of working for our people. I look forward to bringing my extensive and diverse work experience to be an effective and productive director. I have many years of working in several ANSCA corporations in presenting business development, budgets or strategic plans. I look forward to giving back to our shareholders through this opportunity.”
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